Council blocks family's move to be with dying mum
A grieving son tells of his anguish after Wigan Council blocked his family's move to be closer to his terminally ill mother in her final days, citing a 'no property swap' policy.
A grieving son tells of his anguish after Wigan Council blocked his family's move to be closer to his terminally ill mother in her final days, citing a 'no property swap' policy.
Nine individuals, including a young child, have been released after being held captive in Haiti. The rescue marks a rare success amid the nation's escalating gang violence crisis.
A woman who faked a pregnancy and brutally cut a baby from a mother's womb in a twisted kidnap plot has been jailed for life. Read the full horrifying details.
A 22-year-old woman staged a miraculous escape from a kidnapper in central London, fleeing naked and injured before being aided by shocked bystanders. A 56-year-old man has been arrested on suspicion of attempted murder.
A kidnapped woman's incredible act of bravery was caught on camera as she leapt from a moving vehicle to escape her captors in Mexico. Shocking footage shows the moment she made her desperate bid for freedom.
Everton captain Seamus Coleman's pre-season is over after a serious knee injury against Wigan Athletic, with manager Sean Dyche confirming a 'significant' blow for the veteran defender.
A man has been jailed for 21 months after attempting to kidnap a 17-year-old girl from a Tesco car park in Epping, Essex, in a shocking daytime attack.
A US Immigration and Customs Enforcement agent and a woman have been charged with the violent armed kidnapping of Joshalin Rivera in Chicago, following a dramatic police chase and standoff.
In an emotional start to their new era, the rescued and fan-owned Morecambe FC defied all odds to secure a stunning 2-1 victory against promotion favourites Wigan Athletic, marking a triumphant rebirth for the club.
A courageous mother sacrificed her own life to save her husband and children from a devastating house fire in Wigan, before her spouse tragically succumbed to his injuries days later.
California law enforcement launches a massive manhunt for a female suspect accused of violently kidnapping a newborn baby during a fake medical appointment in a brazen daytime attack.
A brazen kidnapping attempt at a California shopping centre was foiled after bystanders intervened to rescue a baby taken from her mother. The suspect is now in custody.
Hull KR delivered a dominant performance to defeat Wigan Warriors, solidifying their position at the top of the Super League table with a six-point lead.
Acclaimed author Martin Cruz Smith unveils his latest novel, a modern twist on George Orwell's 'The Road to Wigan Pier', blending dystopian themes with culinary intrigue.
A 31-year-old man has died after being detained by police in Wigan, prompting an investigation by the Independent Office for Police Conduct.
The Independent Office for Police Conduct (IOPC) has launched an investigation after CCTV footage showed officers dragging a man by his hair in Wigan. The incident has sparked public outcry and calls for accountability.
A police officer from Greater Manchester is being investigated after CCTV footage allegedly shows him assaulting a man in Wigan. The Independent Office for Police Conduct is leading the inquiry.
Armed men have kidnapped more than 50 people in Nigeria's northwest, escalating fears over rising insecurity in the region. Authorities are yet to confirm the victims' whereabouts.
A Spanish couple has been detained in Cyprus on suspicion of kidnapping two Jordanian children, sparking an international investigation.
Disturbing surveillance video shows a woman being kidnapped and assaulted in Texas. Authorities urge witnesses to come forward.
A shocking kidnapping in London involving a Belgian footballer and a barber, lured into a £500,000 cryptocurrency scam. Police uncover a sophisticated criminal operation.
A terrifying abduction unfolded in upstate New York as masked men forced a nine-year-old girl into a white van. Authorities are urgently searching for suspects and the missing child.
Mexican drug cartels are abducting thousands of people, including children, to work as forced labour in illegal industries, reveals a disturbing new report. Victims endure brutal conditions in cannabis farms, construction, and even fast-food outlets.
An illegal migrant staged his own kidnapping in Los Angeles, revealing a dark scheme to exploit US immigration laws. Read the full story.
A Milwaukee father recounts the harrowing moment his son was snatched at gunpoint, sparking a frantic search before the boy's miraculous escape.
A Louisiana State Police officer has been arrested in New York over accusations of plotting to kidnap a woman. The shocking case involves interstate crime allegations.
A courageous woman managed to escape a harrowing kidnapping attempt after being dragged into a car by a stranger in broad daylight. The incident, caught on CCTV, has sparked a police manhunt.
A California grandfather has been kidnapped, with the abductors demanding a staggering $3 million in cryptocurrency. Authorities are scrambling to locate the victim amid fears for his safety.
A young German backpacker was abducted and sexually assaulted while camping near Perth, sparking a massive police manhunt in Western Australia's outback.